DISCRIMINATION AND INEQUALITIES - THOMAS SOWELL

"Discrimination and Inequalities" challenges those who believe that differences in economic outcomes can be explained by a single factor such as discrimination, exploitation, or genetics. Thomas Sowell presents his own innovative analysis, based on empirical evidence from around the world, shedding new light on the causes of social and economic inequalities.

• Empirical Analysis: Based on data from around the world, challenging simplistic theories.
• Innovative Approach: Explains why many political "fixes" have proven counterproductive.
• Systematization of Definitions: Ordered definitions of discrimination and its varied costs.
• Role of Chance: Points to pitfalls in statistical data and their impact on misunderstanding inequalities.
• Public Policy: A book not only about economics but also about public policy and social issues.

Thomas Sowell, a senior fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, analyzes the multiple and often mutually exclusive definitions of discrimination, taking into account the varied costs of discrimination for victims, society, and even the discriminators themselves. He shows how these costs affect the functioning of various economic institutions, exposing the misrepresentations behind many counterproductive actions.

The author draws attention to the role of chance and the pitfalls in statistical data, which, even if the numbers themselves are accurate, lead to a misunderstanding of the causes of inequalities in issues such as income, education, and sentences in the criminal justice system. This book is not only about economics but also about public policy and social issues, offering a comprehensive look at the problem of inequality.

Thomas Sowell is a well-known economist and publicist whose works are characterized by deep analysis and an empirical approach. His books cover topics from economics to philosophy, history, and decision theory, and his articles appear in both academic journals and popular media. Sowell is known for his critical view of government intervention in the economy and for his defense of the free market.

WEI Publishing, which published this book, is valued for its publications in the field of social sciences and economics, offering readers access to valuable analyses and research. The book "Discrimination and Inequalities" is a must-read for anyone interested in the issues of social and economic inequalities, public policy, and economics.